DEADLINE REMINDER ⏳
Two weeks left to apply to the call for proposals - Daniela Kulezic-Wilson Memorial Postgraduate Symposium
In honour of Dr. Kulezic-Wilson’s work, UCC will host the Danijela Kulezic-Wilson Memorial Postgraduate Symposium this year on Friday 16th October.
Event Date: Friday 16th October 2026 - O’Riada Hall and Film & Screen Media Auditorium, University College Cork, Republic of Ireland
Submission Date: Monday 1st June 2026
Dr. Danijela Kulezic-Wilson was a member of staff at the University College Cork Music Department until her passing in 2021. Her innovative research on film music and sound is respected worldwide and is an outstanding exemplar of interdisciplinary thought.
The one-day event will host presentations by researchers from around the world, and provide the opportunity to exchange ideas, methodologies, and inspiration, as well as to network with others across and between specialisations.
Call for proposals
Proposals are welcome from postgraduate research students and postdoctoral researchers conducting interdisciplinary research involving the arts in any field.
More information on the UCC Website 💻
🎧 Indelicate Sounds: A Pleasantly Unprecedented Hesitant Resonance
Students of @music_ucc MA Experimental Sound Practice present an evening of improvised performance using bespoke instruments, sonic devices, newly developed software, found sounds, and more.
This final performance showcases adventurous sonic art, real‑time creativity, and unique digital + analogue sound worlds — expect the unexpected.
📍 Granary Theatre
🗓 Saturday, May 2nd
⏰ 5–7pm (drop in anytime)
🎟 Free admission
Don’t hesitate — bring a friend and expect the unexpected!
#Experimentalsound #ImprovMusic #SoundArt #LivePerformance #CorkEvents #UnexpectedSounds
Cork city set to glow ✨
On Saturday 2 March, experience ‘Here The Queer Appear’, a public light installation created by UCC Professor Yvon Bonenfant @ucccreates with and for Cork’s LGBTQI+ community.
Each light represents a person who chose to be part of this project, shining together across the city.
Join @hearthequeerappear at Atlantic Pond from 8:00–11:30pm
📍 Atlantic Pond
🗓 Saturday 2 May
⏰ 8:00pm – 11:30pm
Follow @hearthequeerappear for more.
More details in bio.
📸: Darragh Kane
📣📣📣The Department of Music student end-of-year recitals take place from the
4th to 7th May 2026.
For full schedule and locations please see following link (or link in bio):
https://www.ucc.ie/en/fmt/music/events/recitals-2026.html
All welcome!!
And for staff and students in Music, we will also have our annual 'Open Mic' end of year party in Cyprus Avenue from 8.30pm on Wednesday 6th May!!!! 💃🕺
🎶📯🥁🎹🎻🎸🎤🎧🎻
The UCC School of DMT Doctoral Research Team finishes tomorrow with a day of online presentations!
University College Cork’s School of Film, Music and Theatre is delighted to present its Annual Doctoral Research Week, taking place from 20–23 April. Join us for four engaging days celebrating the innovative work of our doctoral researchers, as they share fresh perspectives on film, music, and theatre.
We warmly welcome all to attend and be part of this exciting showcase of creativity, research, and interdisciplinary dialogue at UCC. Discover new ideas, exchange perspectives, and celebrate the future of film, music, and theatre.
The final day of the Doctoral Research Week takes place online. See our website for the registration link.
With presentations from Zhiyi Cheng, Shangcheng Ye, Kasandra Johanna O'Connell, Stefano Di Carlo, Yinyi Lu, Hongqiao Zhu, Eleanor Mary McSherry, Rishin Singh, Ying Zhou, Jing Chen, William John Woodroofe Morrow, Conor James Bourgal
Call for proposals - Daniela Kulezic-Wilson Memorial Postgraduate Symposium
In honour of Dr. Kulezic-Wilson’s work, UCC will host the Danijela Kulezic-Wilson Memorial Postgraduate Symposium this year on Friday 16th October.
Event Date: Friday 16th October 2026 - O’Riada Hall and Film & Screen Media Auditorium, University College Cork, Republic of Ireland
Submission Date: Monday 1st June 2026
Dr. Danijela Kulezic-Wilson was a member of staff at the University College Cork Music Department until her passing in 2021. Her innovative research on film music and sound is respected worldwide and is an outstanding
The one-day event will host presentations by researchers from around the world, and provide the opportunity to exchange ideas, methodologies, and inspiration, as well as to network with others across and between specialisations.
Call for proposals
Proposals are welcome from postgraduate research students and postdoctoral researchers conducting interdisciplinary research involving the arts in any field.
As we gear up for Boole Sounds 2026, here’s a glimpse of the concerts we presented in 2025, alongside the promo posters for the concerts we’re presenting this year. The response was so positive that we’re delighted to bring the series back in 2026.
The space has been further adapted to enhance the audience experience, and we’re thrilled that Albert Twomey has once again curated an amazing lineup of acts.
We’re also delighted to welcome back My Goodness, serving their unique, sustainably produced refreshments to keep everyone hydrated throughout the shows.
Huge thanks to Tadhg Dennehy (@tadhgden ) for filming the shows last year, and to everyone who supported the series. It was genuinely lovely to see so many familiar faces returning show after show and to see some @uccalumniandfriends like Irene Buckley, Elaine Howley, and Roslyn Steer performing too.
All events are access-friendly, 16+, with under‑16s welcome when accompanied by an adult, so bring the family and enjoy UCC Library Boole Sounds 2026!
Music in this video by Sirom
#ucclibrary #universitycollegecork #tombstomepromotions #mygoodness
Doctoral Research Week is upon us! 🎥🎶🎭
University College Cork’s School of Film, Music and Theatre is delighted to present its Annual Doctoral Research Week, taking place from 20–23 April. Join us for four engaging days celebrating the innovative work of our doctoral researchers, as they share fresh perspectives on film, music, and theatre.
We warmly welcome all to attend and be part of this exciting showcase of creativity, research, and interdisciplinary dialogue at UCC. Discover new ideas, exchange perspectives, and celebrate the future of film, music, and theatre.
The Doctoral Research Week is taking place from Monday 20th to Thursday 23rd of April.
Find the full program here:
https://www.ucc.ie/en/fmt/music/events/
Boole Sounds 2026!
Following the success of last year’s pilot concert series, we’re delighted to be teaming up once again with Albert Twomey of Tombstome Promotions (@albert.twomey ) as we open our doors to the public for Boole Sounds 2026.
With campus quieter while students are away, we’re inviting everyone in for a programme of unique and engaging live acts and an opportunity to experience our space in a whole new way.
We’re also delighted to have My Goodness (@mygoodnessfood ) on board, providing refreshments at each show.
What’s coming up:
Saturday, June 13 – Paddy Steer (@paddy_steer ) with guest Twitcher (@twitcher_music )
Thursday, June 25 – The Quiet Club 20th Anniversary (@mickos33@dannymccarthy123 ), featuring dance artist Sophie Hutchinson (@hutchsophie ) and percussionist Solamh Kelly
Thursday, July 23 – Rattling Ark (@rattlingark ) with guest and UCC alum Niamh Dalton (@ana.palindrome )
Thursday, September 10 – Marisa Anderson (@marisaandersonmusic ) with guest Dancing Bears (@roryobrien724@ten_past_seven )
Wednesday, September 16 – Sirom (@siromband ) with guest Moundabout (@moundabout )
All events are age-friendly and access-friendly.
Tickets for all shows are available via Eventbrite.
#ucclibrary #universitycollegecork #tombstomepromotions #mygoodness
The Department of Music's FUAIM Lecture Series continues Tuesday, 21st April at 4pm with
Sacred, Alluring, and Dangerous: Music and the In-Between
by
Professor Sean Williams
Evergreen State College, Washington
Join us in Ó Riada Hall, Music Department, Sunday's Well Road, Cork
With Q & A after the presentation.
Abstract:
In this talk, ethnomusicologist Sean Williams draws from her long-term interest in the in-between to offer a talk on the application of a single theoretical issue—liminality—to musical research, listening, performing, and writing. This talk will highlight musical expressions, particularly song traditions, in connection to important cultural keystone species of the sea; transgressive aspects of performing in an endangered language; and the position of the migrant never fully at home in one place or another. In each case, it is precisely the marginalized people—musicians, intersectional folks, immigrants, poets, multilingual people, spiritual intermediaries, and other people on the edges—whose identity is more central than marginal. By focusing attention on how musical practices can offer systems of access and cross boundaries through musical intermediaries, the talk may allow participants to consider their own work through a different lens.
Bio
Sean Williams is Professor of Ethnomusicology and Irish Studies at The Evergreen State College in Washington State, where she has taught interdisciplinary connections to music for 35 years. Her research has leaned strongly on her interests in Irish-language singing, Brazilian samba, and Sundanese music of West Java. She has written and/or edited nine books, including the award-winning Bright Star of the West: Joe Heaney, Irish Song-Man (with Lillis Ó Laoire), two cookbooks, and textbooks on world music and Irish traditional music.
Web: https://www.ucc.ie/en/fmt/music/
Neurofestivity Returns This Spring!
We are delighted to announce Neurofestivity '26 — a festival that explores and celebrates neurodivergent art and artists in Ireland, taking place on UCC Campus on 24th–25th April 2026.
Now in its second edition, Neurofestivity seeks to lead the way in platforming neurodivergent artists' voices, offering a dynamic programme of performances, workshops, panel discussions, and exhibitions — all presented in relaxed, accessible formats.
Produced by Cork Opera House in partnership with University College Cork (UCC) and lead artist Jody O'Neill, and funded by Cork City Council.
Head over to www.corkoperahouse.ie to book your tickets and explore the full programme.
